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Title: Serially recurrent osteoid osteoma. Author: Sampath SC, Sampath SC, Rosenthal DI. Journal: Skeletal Radiol; 2015 Jun; 44(6):875-81. PubMed ID: 25503857. Abstract: Osteoid osteoma is a relatively common, benign, painful tumor of bone. It is widely believed to run a course culminating in spontaneous regression. The tumor can usually be eliminated by excision or ablation, although it may recur locally. Although management has classically been surgical, thermocoagulation via percutaneously delivered radiofrequency energy has demonstrated excellent results, typically resulting in durable response following a single treatment. Here, we present an unusual case of serially recurrent pathologically proven pediatric osteoid osteoma, treated by radiofrequency ablation five times over the course of 11 years. Limitations of RF ablation of osteoid osteoma and possible factors predisposing to incomplete treatment or recurrence are discussed.[Abstract] [Full Text] [Related] [New Search]